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A soft blue aster is heart-leaved blue aster (Symphyotrichum cordifolium). Small flowers cluster closely along the stems

Georgia Native Plant SocietyOctober 5, 2026

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A soft blue aster is heart-leaved blue aster (Symphyotrichum cordifolium).

Small flowers cluster closely along the stems, with numerous branches reaching up 3-4 feet tall. This aster is fine with part-shade and tolerates a range of moisture conditions. The heart-shaped leaves are most noticeable on the lower part of the plant and they are finely toothed. Native to north Georgia with scattered occurrences in the Coastal Plain as well. . . . #nativeplants #nativeplantsofgeorgia #gardening #pollinatorplants #pollinatorgardening #nativehabitat #wildlifegardening #plants #georgia #gonative #spring

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